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Across the Adriatic Sea from Italy, Croatia is no slacker when it comes to vibrant cities, beautiful beaches, and jaw-dropping natural wonders. See Croatia's main cities on this self-drive vacation that gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Begin in the historical heart of the country, Dubrovnik! Walk the perimeter of the city's fortified stone ...

Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Dubrovnik City Walking Tour
    • Split City Walking Tour
    • Zadar City Walking Tour
    • Zagreb City Walking Tour

What's this trip about?

    Across the Adriatic Sea from Italy, Croatia is no slacker when it comes to vibrant cities, beautiful beaches, and jaw-dropping natural wonders. See Croatia's main cities on this self-drive vacation that gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Begin in the historical heart of the country, Dubrovnik! Walk the perimeter of the city's fortified stone walls (the finest in Europe) and tour the Old Town with a local guide. Dig into a hearty meal of peka before setting off for Split, home to one of the finest Roman ruins in the world.  From Split, stop in charming Trogir before arriving in Zadar. Often considered Croatia's coolest city, Zadar offers up plenty of surprises including its one-of-kind waterfront sea organ. Leave the city behind and head to Plitvice Lakes National Park where you'll surely be in awe at the 16 crystalline lakes that make up this breathtaking park.  Stop in historic Opatiija - once referred to as the Austrian Riviera - before arriving in your last destination, the exciting capital of Zagreb! Here in Croatia's largest city, seek out the unique attractions like the world's shortest funicular ride and a museum dedicated to failed relationships. Croatia is full of surprises!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityDubrovnik
End CityCroatia

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Croatia

Attractions

  • Croatia
  • Dubrovnik
  • Plitvice Lakes National park
  • Split
  • Zagreb

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Independent

Trip includes

    • Roundtrip economy class airfare into Dubrovnik (DBV), out of Zagreb (ZAG)
    • Automatic economy car rental for 7 nights Pick up Dubrovnik Airport, Drop off Zagreb Airport 2 nights in Dubrovnik at the Royal Neptun Hotel, or similar
    • Dubrovnik City Walking Tour
    • 1 night in Split at the Hotel Corner, or similar
    • Split City Walking Tour
    • 1 night in Zadar at the Hotel Bastion, or similar
    • Zadar City Walking Tour
    • 1 night in Opatija at the Hotel Palace Bellevue, or similar
    • 2 nights in Zagreb at the Hotel Dubrovnik, or similar
    • Zagreb City Walking Tour
    • Daily breakfast
    • Hotel service charges & taxes

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Dubrovnik!

Welcome to the "Pearl of the Adriatic," Dubrovnik! Upon arrival, pick up your rental car and drive to your first accommodation. Spend the rest of the day at leisure in this enchanting city, which served as the setting for King's Landing in "Game of Thrones."

Day 2 Dubrovnik

Wake up today and enjoy a morning walking tour of Old Town Dubrovnik! With the help of a local guide, you'll see the historic highlights that make up Old Town, from Rector's Palace to the Franciscan Monastery. 

After your tour, take the 4-minute cable car...

Day 3 Dubrovnik - Split

Say goodbye to Dubrovnik this morning as you drive 148 miles to the city of Split, the second-largest city in Croatia after Zagreb. Upon arrival, enjoy a walking tour of the historic inner city including the UNESCO-certified Diocletian's Palace. 

After th...

Day 4 Split - Trogir - Zadar

Leave Split today and drive 20 miles north to the picturesque town of Trogir, built on a small island and connected to mainland Croatia by a stone bridge. This town is a real cultural treasure; stroll through its charming narrow streets and visit the beautiful ...

Day 5 Zadar - Plitvice - Opatija

After breakfast, leave Zadar and drive 92 miles to Plitvice Lakes National Park (admission not included), a highlight of any trip to Croatia. Spend a few hours exploring the breathtaking scenery of the 16 terraced lakes that make up the park, and the surroundin...

Day 6 Opatija - Zagreb

Spend a leisurely morning in Opatija, then pack up one more time as you drive 106 miles to your last destination, Zagreb. Croatia's capital and largest city hums with exciting cultural institutions, intriguing history, and a modern dining and nightlife scene. <...

Day 7 Zagreb

In the morning, set out on a walking tour of Zagreb's historical center, Gornji Grad, also known as Upper Town. With the help of a local guide, you'll visit St. Mark's Church, Parliament, and the Government Palace. After the tour, take the funicular connecting ...

Day 8 Depart Croatia

Your self-drive Croatian vacation ends today. At the appropriate time, drive to Zagreb airport, drop off your rental car, and transfer to your departure gate for your flight home.

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